PROGRAM: Horn of Africa Conference

PROGRAM: Horn of Africa Conference

Topic: The Horn of Africa in Crises and Future Prospects

Time: 1pm to 5 pm (Doors open and registration starts at noon).
Day & Date: Saturday, February 27, 2010

Flyer:  Flyer about the event can be downloaded from the CSH Flyer Depot here.

Location:
A. Philipp Randolph School (PS 76) Auditorium
220 W 121 Street
Harlem, NY.

Contact:
Afrikan Unity of Harlem, Inc
Mailings: P.O. Box 1121 NY,NY 10027
Telephone: 212-531-0384

Background:
The Horn of Africa consists of 8 countries neighboring each other in the Eastern part of Africa. It is called the “Horn” due to the shape in which the countries form. The world has been shocked by the recent currents taking place in the Horn from the callous genocide raids and the raping of women in Darfur, war over territorial lands between Ethiopia and Eritrea, to even the so called pirates in Somalia, who try to preserve their food resources. Those who live in countries in the Horn of Africa have faced pervasive and perpetual crisis for over thirty years.

The purpose of this conference is to illustrate the need for a sincere and critical panel discussion from an intellectual and Pan African perspective.  These panel decisions will address the Horn from areas of pre and post colonial times and highlight the areas of ancient kingdoms, cultures and traditions.

“This is a conference where Africans gather to discuss timely and crucial issues pertaining to the homeland Continent. It is a gathering of well meaning Africans from Africa and the Diaspora for exchange of ideas and experiences in politics, socio-economic issues, and the common cultural heritage of Africans. It is an opportunity for all Africans to have a say in the fate of Africa”, says Dr. Ghelawdewos  Araia, President of African Idea and professor at Lehman College.

All welcome!

Sponsored by the follwing organizations and educational institutions on the aftermath of the suffrage of the Haitian people.
Afrikan Unity of Harlem, Inc
Department of African American Studies, York College CUNY,
The Institute of Development and Education for Africa (IDEA), Inc
Department of African and African American Studies, Lehman College CUNY,

Event: The Passage - Stories from the Maafa

Event: The Passage - Stories from the Maafa

Presented By:
The Afrikan Luv Company  &  Euphonixs, Inc.

Time: 7:00 PM (ET)
Day & Date: Saturday, February 27, 2010

Location:
Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial Educational and Cultural Center
3940 Broadway
New York, NY 10032


Tickets:
$30 in Advance
$40 at the Door

To Attend: Respond Here  

Background:
The Passage: Stories from the Maafa, a play written by Jawanza Bakari and directed by Charles Murray will be shown this coming Friday, Feb. 6th at 7:00pm at the Audubon Ballroom/The Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial & Educational Center (3940 B'way bet. 164th & 165th Sts.)

We have been performing this production a little over a year. We have made significant changes and added some images. We are excited and invite you to come and join in our efforts to "right the wrongs", created by the Middle Passage Holocaust and Slavery and "heal" as a global community.

The Passage: Stories from the Maafa provides a view into our past that traditional history has sought to exclude. If you have not seen the play. You will not be disappointed. All of our productions have resulted with standing ovations. For those who have supported us, we thank you and encourage you to come and see the wonderful changes we have made (let me know and I will see if we can offer you a discount).

If you belong to an organization or church and would like to see the play to possibly use as a fundraiser, please let me know and I will put you on my guest list.

PS...I am the Spiritual Warrior and Percussionist. I hope you will be able to join us as we bring this production to you and celebrate Bob Marley's Birthday and Black History Month.

In Spirit and Struggle,

Ndigo

More Information:
Euphonixs.com
ThePassageMaffa.com

Dr. Ben Receives a Congressional Award at Co-op City Black History Event.

With 400 to 500 people in attendance, Dr. Yosef A. Ben-Jochannan (known lovingly as Dr. Ben), received a Congressional Award from
Congressman Joseph Crowley (Democrat - US House Representative NY 7th District) at the 7th Congressional District Honors Black History Month 2009 Event on Monday, February 9, 2009 at Co-op City in the Bronx. The civil rights leader Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II served as the keynote speaker. Dr. Ben was recognized for his many contributions.

Brother Onaje Allan Gumbs suggested the Award for Dr. Ben during a phone call to Congressman Joseph Crowley. Paul Dominique, who works in Congressman Crowley's office was also helpful in facilitating Dr. Ben's Award. Mr. Dominique accompanied Dr. Ben to parts of Africa on 2 trips.

Brother Gumbs drove Dr. Ben from the nursing home in which he now resides to the Award ceremony in Co-op City and sat with him the entire evening.

Reported by Agnes Johnson